Bone Healing in Critical-Size Defects Treated With Platelet-Rich Plasma: A Histologic and Histometric Study in Rat Calvaria
The purpose of this study was to analyze histologically the influence of autologous platelet-rich plasma on bone healing in surgically created critical-size defects in rat calvaria.
Is There Really a Clinical Benefit of Using Minimized Extracorporeal Circulation for Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting?
This prospective study was performed to evaluate whether minimized extracorporeal circulation has a clinical benefit for coronary artery surgery patients compared to standard extracorporeal circulation.
Is There Really a Clinical Benefit of Using Minimized Extracorporeal Circulation for Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting?
This prospective study was performed to evaluate whether minimized extracorporeal circulation has a clinical benefit for coronary artery surgery patients compared to standard extracorporeal circulation.
Implementation of the Continuous AutoTransfusion System (C.A.T.S) in Open Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair: An Observational Comparative Cohort Study
The C.A.T.S markedly reduced the amount of blood transfused, was associated with reduced intensive care unit and postoperative hospital stay, and was cost-effective.
Platelet-Rich Plasma Accelerated Surgical Angio-Genesis in Vascular-Implanted Necrotic Bone: An Experimental Study in Rabbits
We analyzed whether a single injection of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) would accelerate surgical angiogenesis in necrotic bone implanted with vascular tissue.
Perfusion Approaches to Blood Conservation
There are several perfusion techniques that can contribute to blood conservation. Minimizing existing circuit components, using mini-circuits and the maneuver of retrograde autologous priming can be considered steps in prime reduction.
Evaluation of a New Platelet Function Analyzer in Cardiac Surgery: A Comparison of Modified Thromboelastography and Whole-Blood Aggregometry
Therefore, a new whole-blood platelet function analyzer was compared with thromboelastography in predicting postoperative hemostatic outcomes as measured by blood loss and blood product use.
Routine Use of the Direct thrombin Inhibitor Bivalirudin for Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting is Safe and Effective
The risk of heparin-induced adverse reactions dictates the need for a safe and effective alternative, particularly in off-pump coronary artery bypass (OPCAB) surgery, an approach associated with a perioperative prothrombotic condition that may negatively influence graft patency.
Clinical Experience With Assisted Venous Drainage Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Elective Cardiac Reoperations
Our experience with centrifugal pump-assisted venous drainage in cardiac reoperations has shown excellent results, with reduced risk of damage to vital structures on sternal reentry.
Avoiding Leukocyte Contamination and Early Platelet Activation in Platelet-Rich Plasma
The objective of this study was to describe a new platelet-rich plasma (PRP) protocol with a reduced concentration of leukocytes and intact platelets.
FDA Never Inspected Chinese Plant Making Baxter’s Heparin
A Chinese manufacturing plant that was never inspected by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration could be the source of a potentially deadly allergic reaction experienced by hundreds of U.S. patients infused with Baxter International Inc.'s blood thinner heparin.
A Comparison of Activated Coagulation Time-Based Techniques for Anticoagulation During cardiac Surgery With Cardiopulmonary Bypass
This study compared the efficacy of a modified ACT-based system versus an HMS (Hepcon; Medtronic Inc, Minneapolis, MN) for CPB anticoagulation.